Entangled in the burgeoning technology of artificial intelligence and robotics that will eventually lead to the creation of the Cylons 58 years later in Battlestar Galactica, two rival families go toe-to-toe, blending action with corporate conspiracy and sexual politics.

That’s the premise of the new Caprica Syfy Channel series, which premieres Friday, Jan. 22 at 9/8C on SyFy. Pilot here.